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Hi, I'm Cj O'Neill, and I'm hiking the 2,650 mile Pacific Crest Trail this summer from Mexico to Canada. I would like to commemorate my thru hike to my late grandpa Tom Quinn aka funky chicken. He loved nothing more than my grandma, his dog “Buddy”, and Pink Floyd. I wrote my college essay about the impact that he had on my life through joy and music, and ultimately was a driving reason guitar has become part of my life. He passed from Alzheimer’s when I was going into high school. The last few years were difficult to watch as he slowly lost himself to the disease.

Grandpa truly lived his beliefs. He didn't have to tell you to enjoy life, he simply lived it day in and day out. The PCT is an opportunity to enjoy life in a way that I’ve been dreaming of for years, and I like to think that he would of liked me doing this. My grandma has participated in the Walk the Alzheimers (proceeds also go to the Alzheimer's Association) for >5 years, organized fundraisers, and spread awareness. Following in my grandma’s footsteps, I’m doing this hike for grandpa, and to fight Alzheimers. To finish in time for my first term of graduate school in the fall, I will average ~28 miles per day. This is my own take on walking for Alzheimer’s. Please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Your generous donations will directly contribute to this vital mission. Here are just two ways your support will make a difference:

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to a brighter future. Please join me in making a meaningful impact today!